Tigers manager sees superstar slugger enjoying KBO postseason limelight
Being put on a pedestal by adoring fans and media as the best player in South Korean baseball today can be a lot to handle for the Kia Tigers third baseman Kim Do-yeong. But his manager, Lee Bum-ho, said Monday he believes the 23-year-old superstar is enjoying the limelight, as the Tigers are trying to make a run at another Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) championship this fall. Lee said Kim's…
Korea's Kia Tigers third baseman, Kim Do-yeong, is thriving under the adoration of fans and media as the team's top player, according to manager Lee Bum-ho. The 23-year-old star, who earned the regular-season MVP in 2024, appears to be enjoying the attention. Lee observed that Kim's experience from past postseason runs, including a championship win and MVP honors, has contributed to his confidence.
Despite being a young player, Kim has already claimed a title and represented South Korea in the World Baseball Classic and Asian Games this year. During Game 1 of the KBO postseason against the Samsung Lions in Daegu, Lee emphasized that Kim doesn't seem affected by the high expectations. He noted that some teammates tease Kim with playful pressure to maintain his strong hitting performance, but overall, the young slugger appears comfortable and at ease in the batter's box.
Written by urgent.news from The Korea Times's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
